The challenge is: How do we build ecologically sound architecture in high altitude extreme cold-dry ecological context ?:

Located at 3514 M above M.S.L. in cold-dry climate with a sever long winter: October to March end ( Min. DBT – 30 ° C ). A major Civic Structure designed and built as architectural design solution for this ecological context.

Sustainable solution for this project evolved on basis of following parameters.

Architectural design a synthesis of building configuration in response to solar geometry, day-light, building envelope design and culture through embodiment of the traditional construction practices. Sustainability embodies tradition.

Building configuration developed in response to solar geometry maximizing solar access for day light and heat in this cold climate.

Project built of local stone, compressed mud blocks stabilised with 5% cement.

Windows built as per ‘Shinshek’ traditional design, celebrating traditional art and craft.